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Shares in ASX-listed Cobalt Blue surged after it locked in a supply contract with mining major Glencore to feed its early-stage cobalt and nickel refinery project in Kwinana.

A Pilbara Traditional Owner group has doubled down on the push to put Murujuga rock art on the world heritage list, despite a speed bump with the United Nations.

One Nation candidate and civil contractor Tyron Whitten has surpassed Labor in a shock move to secure WA's last Senate spot in the wake of the federal election.

Perth-based off-road vehicle maker OKA is seeking public investment for the first time in at least 25 years, with a $500,000 raising to fund a growth strategy.

As a successful entrepreneur, Sam Castelli shows a different approach to generational change.

Mining exploration company QEM has announced that Gavin Loyden will retire at the end of this financial year.

QantasLink has announced the launch of two new domestic routes from Perth, introducing direct services to Newcastle and reinstating flights to Hobart.

REVIEW: Margaret River icon has produced a fine example of how to produce a great cabernet sauvignon.

The public consultation floodgates have opened on Alcoa's proposals to open new bauxite mines in the Darling Range and increase production at its Pinjarra alumina refinery.

Andrew Forrest has weighed in on the debate over public toilets in Cottesloe, urging the council to scrap the idea or find an alternative site to install the amenities.

Swan Districts Football Club chief executive Jeff Dennis has announced he will depart the club in late-August, citing “a desire to pursue new personal and family priorities”.

The state government has announced more than $100 million will be allocated in the upcoming budget, to keep TAFE courses free or low-fee in 2026.

A US federal court has blocked president Donald Trump's Liberation Day tariffs from going into effect.

Gold-focused Resolute Mining has joined the chorus of companies unclear about the status of its exploration permits within the West African nation of Guinea.

US stock indexes closed lower overnight as investors digest minutes from the last Federal Reserve meeting and awaited results from AI bellwether Nvidia.

Ayres against super critics

Real Estate Institute of Western Australia chief executive Cath Hart has announced her resignation, after three years in the role.

Recent figures from the HIA show that detached housing commencements in WA are up, but experts say there's still a long way to go.

Nadia Budihardjo and Claire Tyrrell discuss why WA architects are adapting to fluctuations within the property market. 

The Legal Practice Board of WA has become the latest target of a cyber attack, after hackers accessed bank details and other information of legal professionals.

A Deloitte report shows Perth's A-class reserves have collectively contributed $1.7 billion to the Western Australian community.

Architecture practices are increasingly adapting as the property market fluctuates.

Profit-taking and weaker commodity prices have pushed the local share market lower, while surprise price growth revealed a speed bump in Australia's disinflation road.

The prominent apartment developer says the government is squeezing out the private sector by investing in construction projects during a period of high economic activity.

The state's auditor general has found gaps and weaknesses in several metropolitan local governments' management of corporate credit cards.

The regional town is set to host a national program designed to assist in the development of not-for-profit leaders amid a heightened regulatory environment.

ANALYSIS: New services, new product and revamped aircraft are all on the radar for Perth travellers in the next eight months.

OPINION: The transactional approach of many universities to alumni relations is an unnecessary, self-inflicted wound.

The state's Auditor General has warned of serious fraud risks in past land sales by DevelopmentWA, as she tabled the shock findings of an audit into the body's affairs.

Uranium-focused explorer Toro Energy has provided an updated scoping study for its Wiluna uranium project.

Liberal leader Sussan Ley has announced major changes to her shadow ministry, with Ted O'Brien as shadow treasurer and WA Liberals Michaelia Cash and Andrew Hastie getting new roles.

West Perth junior Warriedar Resources has announced plans to raise up to $19 million, in order to accelerate development at its Golden Range project in Western Australia's Mid West.